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My American Uncle

My American Uncle

Prof. Henri Laborit uses the stories of the lives of three people to discuss behaviorist theories of survival, combat, rewards and punishment, and anxiety. René is a technical manager at a textile factory and must face the anxiety caused by corporate downsizing. Janine is a self-educated actress/stylist who learns that the wife of her lover is dying and must decide to let them reunite. Jean is a controversial career-climbing writer/politician at a crossroads in life.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Mon oncle d'Amérique
  • Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1980-05-21
  • Runtime: 126 minutes
  • Rating: 6.976/10 (191 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Philippe Dussart, TF1, Andrea Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5595
  • Languages: French

Cast & Crew

Gérard Depardieu

Gérard Depardieu

as René Ragueneau

Nicole Garcia

Nicole Garcia

as Janine Garnier

Roger Pierre

Roger Pierre

as Jean Le Gall

Nelly Borgeaud

Nelly Borgeaud

as Arlette Le Gall

Pierre Arditi

Pierre Arditi

as Zambeaux, le représentant de la direction générale à Paris

Gérard Darrieu

Gérard Darrieu

as Léon Veestrate

Philippe Laudenbach

Philippe Laudenbach

as Michel Aubert

Marie Dubois

Marie Dubois

as Thérèse Ragueneau

Henri Laborit

Henri Laborit

as Henri Laborit

Bernard Malaterre

Bernard Malaterre

as Jean's Father

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Keywords

psychologybourgeoisiepunishmentrewardtextile company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is My American Uncle?

My American Uncle is a Comedy, Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1980-05-21.

Who are the main actors in My American Uncle?

The main cast includes Gérard Depardieu, Nicole Garcia, Roger Pierre, Nelly Borgeaud, Pierre Arditi, .

Where can I watch My American Uncle online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if My American Uncle is available.

Is My American Uncle based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of My American Uncle?

My American Uncle has an IMDb rating of 6.976/10 based on 191 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of My American Uncle?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for My American Uncle?

The soundtrack was composed by Philippe Dussart, TF1, Andrea Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was My American Uncle filmed?

My American Uncle was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is My American Uncle?

The total runtime of My American Uncle is 126 minutes.

Is My American Uncle suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to My American Uncle?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to My American Uncle.

Does My American Uncle have a post-credit scene?

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